He Shuzhong served as the county magistrate for many years. Although he was constrained by local gentry in his internal affairs, this does not mean that he does not have his own confidant team in Bei'an County.

Moreover, with the help of He Taikang, He Shuzhong also had more than 80 gunmen under his command. Although compared with the security team, there was not enough manpower.

But now, the main force of the security team is far away in Kuangshan, and it is rumored that it has been wiped out by the Lin family army.

The troops defending the county town, plus the police, thugs and guards of the gentry, were only about 300 people, and these people had gathered on the city wall to defend against the attack of the Lin family army.

Therefore, these gentry in the county government are like big fat pigs with their armor removed, which can be controlled by He Shuzhong at will!

In the spacious front hall, He Shuzhong sat silently in the main seat, watching the noise of Zhang Tangyu and other wealthy families.

At this time, Zhang Tangyu was furious and said, "The Lin man killed my son. Even if I fight for this old bone, I will kill his whole family!"

As he said that, he looked at everyone present again and said with a bit of threat: "You are the one who has lost his lips and the teeth are cold. The security team is gone. If we all don't work together, we will fight with the Lin family."

"When the city breaks, all of us will be killed and snatched by the Lin family army!"

"So, I hope you can work hard to go in the same place, and no one can fight in the internal strife!"

"Otherwise, don't blame me for being merciless!"

Zhang Tangyu was used to talking about it in Bei'an County. Even though the Zhang family's biggest security team could no longer count on him, he was still domineering and arrogant.

However, today is different from the past. When the news spread that the security team was wiped out in Kuangshan, some gentry had their own little thoughts.

The most representative of them is Liu Hengliang, a gentry in Bei'an County. This man was a former scholar of the Qing Dynasty. More than 80% of his land are planted with cotton.

Relying on the cotton produced and an old textile machine, Liu Hengliang became the largest cotton merchant in the surrounding area.

At the same time, cotton seeds can also be used to press oil. The oil mill under this person also makes a lot of profits and is considered to be rich in Bei'an County.

Looking at Zhang Tangyu who was still swaying, Liu Hengliang quickly analyzed the interests in his heart.

For the sake of the present, only by bowing down to the guardian and offering a sufficient letter of title can the family be safe.

There is no problem in begging for surrender.

So what about the letter of fame?

Liu Hengliang looked at Zhang Tangyu.

"The security team has a lot to do with Zhang Tangyu, and the core members inside are basically his juniors."

"If Zhang Tangyu is given as a letter of fame, I think I will be able to protect my family's wealth."

"As for He Shuzhong..."

"He is standing behind him. I think Lin Hongfei will not do anything to him."

Thinking of this, a trace of viciousness flashed in Liu Hengliang's eyes. Without hesitation, he stood up and walked out of the door.

He Shuzhong took a look and immediately asked, "Master Liu, where are you going?"

He was worried that Liu Hengliang had left suddenly and whether he had discovered any clues.

Liu Hengliang said in a muffled voice: "Where to go? Go to the thatched cottage!"

As he said that, he walked out of the front hall.

Zhang Tangyu snorted disdainfully: "I'm so scared that I'm going to the cottage. It's a pity that Liu Hengliang is also one of the most famous figures in Bei'an County."

He Shuzhong was worried that something might happen, so he gave a wink to a follower at the door.

The follower understood and immediately followed him quietly.

After Liu Hengliang walked out of the front hall, he did walk towards the thatched cottage, but his personal guard also followed.

Liu Hengliang lowered his voice and said, "Go, call the male at home to the county government immediately, take all the guns in the house, and use the swords and slugs without guns."

"Master, what are you doing?" the guard said in confusion.

"do what?"

"Make a letter of vote!"

"He Zhang Tangyu has offended the garrison commander, so we can't accompany him to die."

"Tie Zhang Tangyu and give it to Lord Lin, our Liu family will live our good life!"

After Liu Hengliang finished speaking, the guard immediately understood: "I understand, sir, I'll do it now!"

Seeing the guard turn around and run towards the county government gate, Liu Hengliang slowly breathed a sigh of relief. He looked around and turned around and walked into the cottage.

His bladder was indeed a little swollen, so going to the cottage was not an excuse.

After a stream of water flowing loosely and weakly, the turbid and fishy liquid was exhausted, Liu Hengliang shook the drizzle of juice again. The endless arable land when he was young made his prostate rebellious for many years.

A few drops of urine were stained with his right hand, and Liu Hengliang was too lazy to wash his hands. He wiped it on the back of his clothes and then left the cottage with satisfaction.

When he returned to the front hall, Zhang Tangyu was still roaring at everyone in a furious manner:

"You guys are really useless. Only after you have to get a bunch of people can you get such a little bit of manpower. How can you fight with the Lin family army outside?"

"It's all here, do you still want to keep a hand?"

"Tell you, after the city is broken, no one of us can think of a good life. Those Lin family troops will definitely not spare us!"

He Shuzhong still said nothing, but just glanced at Liu Hengliang who had returned to his seat, and then continued to pretend to be mute.

Until a follower came over and whispered:

"County magistrate, brothers have come in through the back door, and I'm waiting for you to throw your cup as a sign."

He Shu nodded with a smile, and saw him wiping the tea bowl in his hand with his right hand, planning the opportunity to take action.

But just as he was thinking, another follower came in. His breathing became more rapid and there were some sweat on his forehead, as if he was running back all the way.

"County magistrate, it's not good. Liu Hengliang's guards first returned to the Liu family. Not long after, they brought dozens of people to the county government, carrying the guys in their hands!"

"I wonder, did he find something!" the entourage said anxiously.

"Um?"

He heard this, He Shuzhong's face turned cold. He was already very hidden in his work. How did Liu Hengliang discover this?

no!

Before the Liu family arrives, we must immediately take Liu Hengliang hostage.

Otherwise, there may be any changes!

Without any hesitation, He Shuzhong suddenly held the teacup tightly and then threw it to the ground with great effort!

"Play!"

With a crisp sound, the teacup suddenly turned into pieces. The noisy people immediately calmed down, and they all looked at He Shuzhong in surprise and puzzled.

Just as everyone was confused, a sudden burst of rapid footsteps came, and then strong gunmen rushed into the front hall, and surrounded everyone in the hall. Hanyang Zao immediately pointed the Mauser pistol in his hand at everyone, each of them full of murderous intent!

"He Shuzhong, what are you going to do!"
Chapter completed!